Annie Oaks is a 11 year old Mix-Breed in Bristol, TN, who needs $9,800 for Menengioencephalitis Treament.

Annie Oaks is my 11 year old service companion. We met 11 years ago through an adoption event through Sullivan County Animal Shelter where I was volunteering . She assists me with my hearing disabilities and has become my protector, my best friend, my golf buddy and my ability to feel safe. I have trained her and she is a full fledged registered service animal.

On May 16, 2026, my Annie collapsed and became unconscious. I took her to our local emergency vet where she was diagnosed with a neurological disease. I then took her to UT Veterinary hospital where after extensive workup and a week stay in ICU, she was diagnosed with menengioencephalitis. While on steroids, she contracted abscesses and had to return to UT on an emergency basis.

Annie is a love bug to people she trusts. She is my golf partner and knows when I put my golf visor on, we are going to play. She is well known at Clear Creek Golf Club and out local TV station did a story about how much she loves the game. She has guarded my grandchildren when they were babies and has always alerted me if they were crying or distressed and what prompted me to train her.

During the course of her treatment, I have exhausted my resources. I am on disability. Annie Oaks (named after Annie Oakley) is my lifeline when I'm out by myself. I need her and rely on her. She is a fighter with this illness and I am giving her the chance.